Junior Systems Administrator (5680)

About the role

The Junior Systems Administrator position at SMX supports systems and users at Webster Field / WOLF in Saint Inigoes, MD. This is an onsite role providing technical support for hardware, Windows operating systems and applications, system maintenance, and cybersecurity compliance activities.

Responsibilities

• Provide hardware support, troubleshooting, installation, configuration, and lifecycle support for workstations and associated equipment.
• Support Windows operating systems and applications, including installation, configuration, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
• Perform routine system administration and maintenance activities to maintain system availability and reliability.
• Apply and validate operating system and application patches in accordance with established maintenance and cybersecurity requirements.
• Implement and maintain DISA Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs).
• Support vulnerability management activities, including ACAS scanning, analysis of findings, tracking, and remediation.
• Maintain technical documentation, system configurations, and required compliance records.
• Coordinate with system administrators, cybersecurity personnel, engineers, and other technical teams to resolve system and compliance issues.
• Support additional system administration and IT operational requirements as assigned.

Requirements

• Clearance Required: Top Secret
• A high school diploma and up to 3 years of experience
• Security+ or other IAT Level II certification
• Foundational experience supporting Windows operating systems, computer hardware, or enterprise IT environments
• Familiarity with Windows administration, application installation, configuration, and troubleshooting
• Basic understanding of cybersecurity principles, vulnerability management, patching, and system hardening
• Ability to troubleshoot hardware and software issues independently or with senior-level guidance
• Strong communication, documentation, and organizational skills
• Ability to work onsite at Webster Field / WOLF in Saint Inigoes, MD

Qualifications

• Experience supporting DoD, Navy, or other regulated IT environments
• Familiarity with DISA STIGs and STIG Viewer
• Experience with ACAS/Tenable vulnerability scanning and remediation
• Experience with Windows patching and system backup/recovery processes
• Familiarity with Active Directory, Group Policy, and basic network troubleshooting
• Experience documenting and remediating cybersecurity compliance findings
• CompTIA Security+ or other applicable DoD cybersecurity certification
• Experience supporting classified or controlled environments

Skills

• Windows systems administration
• Hardware support and troubleshooting
• Windows operating systems and applications support
• System maintenance and cybersecurity compliance
• Vulnerability management and patching
• Documentation and record-keeping
• Collaboration and coordination with technical teams

Benefits

The proposed salary range for this position is $35 USD - $47 USD. At SMX, we offer a competitive mix of compensation, learning & development opportunities, and benefits, including health insurance, paid leave, and retirement. Selected applicants may be subject to a background investigation and/or education verification. SMX is an Equal Opportunity employer including disabilities and veterans.